Summer weekend hours are now in effect for the main and Beverly Farms branch libraries. The main library is closed on Sundays, and the Farms branch is closed on Saturdays until October.

Gran Prix lot closure

The Gran Prix of Beverly takes place on Wednesday, July 26, in downtown Beverly. The library's Winter Street parking lot will be closed to car traffic from 3 to 8 p.m. during the races. Alternate parking is available in municipal lots behind Brown’s of Beverly Bicycles and on Pond Street.

Main branch events

Introduction to 3D Printing

Join library staff on Thursday, July 20, for an introduction to the basics of working with the library's 3D printer, and of designing objects using free software, including SketchUp (free download at www.sketchup.com). Register at www.beverlypubliclibrary.org/3d-printing, or call the Reference desk at 978-921-6062. The workshop runs from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Sohier Room at the main library, 32 Essex St. The session is free and open to ages 10 and up. 3D printer courtesy of the Friends of the Beverly Public Library. For more information, email martens@noblenet.org.

Ongoing

Community survey

The Beverly Public Library is currently surveying the Beverly community to help develop a set of goals for the library’s Strategic Plan. Community members are invited to make their voices heard about the future direction of the services and role of the library in the community. Whether someone is a library user or not, all opinions are important. Those who take the survey will be entered into a drawing as a special "thank you." One randomly selected respondent will win a $50 Barnes & Noble gift card. Those who would like to enter to win must include their contact information at the end of the survey (Responses are anonymous unless contact information is provided). The survey can be accessed at www.surveymonkey.com/r/X82GTZ8. Surveys must be competed and returned by July 26. For more information, call 978-921-6062 visit www.beverlypubliclibrary.org.

July Art -- Constantino paintings

Now through July 29, view an exhibit of paintings by Beverly resident Anthony O. Constantino. Noted for its bold colors, Constantino's style ranges from representational to quasi-abstract. The exhibit, on view in the Sohier Room, is open to the public during regular library hours when community meetings or library programs are not in progress. For more information, email flynn@noblenet.org.

Reference News -- Scannx Technology: The library is now offering a self-serve Scannx station that allows patrons to scan materials and send to a thumb drive, Google Drive, a smart phone, or email account - all for free. It's simple to use and scans documents up to 11-by-17 inches. Get more information on the library's website.

Teen Room Renovation & Expansion Project: Can you help us raise funds for a new Teen Space at the main library? In the past few years, the library's services to Beverly's teens have grown dramatically, but the library's teen space hasn't been updated since the early 1990s. We're seeking to raise $75,000 to expand and update the space to meet the 21st century needs of Beverly's teens. What are our plans, and what have we raised so far? Find out at http://beverlypubliclibrary.org/teens/reno/.

New learning resource -- The Stop Lyme Project: The main library is pleased to offer a new Lyme Disease resource at the second floor Reference Desk - Stop Lyme: Information for Tick-Borne Disease Prevention, Identification and Patient Care. The Stop Lyme Project is an initiative of Nahant Public Library in partnership with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. Learn more about this resource on the library's website.

Summer Sounds outdoor concert series: Enjoy Summer Sounds at the library each Wednesday from 6 to 7 p.m. on the Winter Street Plaza (rain location will be in the Sohier Room). The July 26 show has been canceled. Summer Sounds, the library's free outdoor summer concert series featuring local musicians, is sponsored by the Friends of the Beverly Public Library. The series is free and open to all. Concerts will run through Aug. 23. Learn more on the library's website.

Children’s Room

These events are held in the main library. For more information, contact Kate Carpine, children’s librarian, at carpine@noblenet.org or visit beverlypubliclibrary.org/kids.

* Summer Story Times will begin the week of July 9. Please see specific days and times on the Kids Page. *

A Little Night Music and Rhyme: Mondays at 6:30 p.m. For families and kids under 5 (or so). No registration required.

"Build a Better World" Crafts: Wednesdays through Aug. 9, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. This is a drop-in activity (for ages 4 and up) while supplies last.

Eaglesclaw: Harry Potter lovers and anyone looking for an interactive adventure should come to this event on Thursday, July 20, from 1 to 3 p.m. There will be a magic class, a wizard activity, wand dueling (if indoors: Sohier Room) or quidditch (if outdoors: Beverly Common) and more! Location depends on weather.

Pizza and a Movie: This month's feature film will be "Kong: Skull Island" (PG-13) on Tuesday, July 25, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Sohier Room of the main library.

Teen happenings

Teen events are open to all teens entering grades 6-12. Events are held in the Sohier Room unless otherwise noted. For more information, contact Allison Babin at 978-921-6062 or visit beverlypubliclibrary.org/teens.

Adult Book Discussion Groups

New members always welcome; no sign up needed. Copies of monthly book selections are available at the circulation desk, or they may be available in alternate formats. Search the catalog at beverlypubliclibrary.org or contact our reference staff at 978-921-6062 or bev@noblenet.org to find book-discussion books. The library is handicapped accessible. For more information, visit beverlypubliclibrary.org/book-groups.

LGBTQ Book Discussion Group: 7 to 8:30 p.m. every third Monday of the month. During holidays, the group meets on the fourth Monday of the month.

Evening Book Discussion Group: 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. every third Tuesday of the month.

Farms Branch Discussion Group: 7 to 8:30 p.m. every third Thursday of the month.

Farms branch events

"Build a Better World" summer reading is underway. Visit the library to sign up. Keep a reading log, get prizes and play the candy guessing game

Upcoming programs:

Twilight Tales: Thursdays, July 6 through Aug. 10, at 6:30 p.m.

Science Magic: Tuesday, July 25, at 11 a.m.(Ages 6 - 11)

Animals Around the World: Wednesday, Aug. 2, at 11 a.m. (ages 5 - 11)

Call the Farms branch at 978-921-6066 to inquire about other upcoming events or program details, including additional programs that require registration.

Art @ the Farms: “Reflections”

Paintings by Natick artist Rob Franco will be on view in the Conrad Lecture Hall through July 30. His works feature vibrant and tranquil oil scenes of boats, harbors and coastlines, many from New England locations. This is Franco's first exhibit at the Farms branch. All are welcome.